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Lake Country Vacation Rentals has been offering excellent property management services since 1991. 

Many of our Owner’s have been part of our rental family for over 15 years. 

We are committed to providing exceptional service in 2010 and the years following.

 

ESCAPIA VRS

Most powerful web-based vacation rental management and marketing software

We utilize Escapia VRS, the most widely used and trusted web-based vacation rental Management software available today.  Escapia VRS is a NC compliant trust accounting system that is fully integrated with reservations, front desk, marketing, housekeeping, maintenance, customer relationship management and more.

 

 

 

Staying ahead of the competition

     At Lake Country Vacation Rentals, we understand that in order to keep our homes occupied in the current economy and ever increasing competition we must distinguish our homes with the amenities that they provide as well as presenting them in excellent condition... Prospective guests have a wide variety of rental homes from which to choose and we are dedicated to making your home stand out amongst the competition for 2010.  We will monitor how each home is performing weekly with the use of feedback from guest surveys, so that we can make timely recommendations for peak performance.  Although our business has flourished we will not rest on the past, but we will continue to make improvements in the services we offer for the future.

 

WE STAY AHEAD OF THE COMPETITION

EXCEPTIONAL OCCUPANCY RATES

Exceptional Occupancy Rates
On-going leadership in keeping our homes occupied particularly in the key seasonal periods.

 

 

Thoroughly researched rate structures

We perform a comparable market analysis on each home every year to ensure that competitive rates are offered, particularly in volatile markets

THOROUGHLY RESEARCHED RATE STRUCTURES

Expert Reservation Sales Team

Our reservation sales team are experienced, trained and equipped with the latest technology and sales techniques in order to maintain the highest possible closing ratio for potential guest inquiries.  Since implementing new training and standards for new employees, we consistently receive outstanding customer service reviews from guests and owners.

 

 

 

Discriminating Home Selection
We limit and screen homes coming into our program in order to maintain the best home

selection in Lake Lure and at Rumbling Bald Resort.

DISCRIMINATING HOME SELECTION

MAXIMUM MARKETING

 

Maximum Marketing (Internet, Print, Direct and E-Mail)

We utilize cutting edge tools; from high resolution cameras, video equipment, and a 1200 dpi color printer to produce our own in-house catalogues, flyers and brochures at no additional cost to you. 

 Lake Country Vacation Rentals provides an in-house IT, Web Design and Marketing Coordinator who monitors and updates our site on a daily basis.  Hosting is provided by Website Biz Inc., a Charlotte based internet and marketing company which also provides marketing solutions to companies like BILTMORE ESTATE.  Editing of our site can be completed within a matter of seconds without having to wait.

We maintain multiple URL’s which we secured in order to drive internet visitors directly to our website, www.LakeCountryNC.com.

Our well designed website offers multiple searches options, beautifully presented homes complete with photographs and soon to come, floor plans.  We partner with some of the most recognizable vacation rental websites on the web such as DestinationCarolina.com, vrbo.com, vacationrentals.com, homeaway.com, forgetaway.com, and advanced search engine optimization techniques.

We utilize e-mail to notify past guests of upcoming events and special promotions. In 2010 we will introduce our newly designed LAKE BREAKING NEWS, an online newsletter directed to the concerns and interest of the vacation traveler.

 

 

 

MAXIMUM MARKETING

MAXIMUM MARKETING

 

 

Strictly Enforced Policies

In order to protect our homeowners we maintain the strictest family oriented guest policies and regulations.  Our policies for security, cleaning, pet, smoking, noise, boat usage and home care is clearly posted on our website and mailed with each rental agreement, then confirmed.

STRICTLY ENFORCED POLICIES

GUEST HOME REVIEWS

 

Home Reviews

Guest ratings and reviews represent one of the fastest growing trends of online travelers today.  Consumers want to know that their vacation rental experience will meet their expectations.  Owners can view guest comments on our website and through Owner Login.   In addition to guest reviews, we also provide professional standards reviews to include amenities, décor, and insights to keep your home competitive in the rental marketplace.

 

 

 

 

Simple Rate Structure
Our guests pay for all charges related to the booking of your home including credit card fees, housekeeping, linen service, and guest incidentals such as toilet paper, paper towels, dish and laundry detergent, trash bags, twice per week trash pick-up, recycling, travel insurance and damage waiver fee.  Base Rates paid to the Owner, less our agreed upon commission rate are clearly spelled out in our Management agreement.  Discounting parameters are also clearly defined.

 

SIMPLE RATE STRUCTURE

ACCURATE AND TIMELY REPORTING

 

Accurate and Timely Reporting of Funds Disbursement

Our accounting department, supervised by our Broker, provides direction and oversight and manages all aspects of our daily accounting functions.  Our accounting procedures comply with the North Carolina Real Estate Commission and are set up to protect your funds.  Payment of all taxes and fees are disbursed monthly.  If you have any questions, our Broker is available Monday-Saturday to address any questions or needs you have

 

 

 

Concise Rental Income Statements

Rental statements and income checks are mailed every month in a timely manner as agreed upon in the management contract.  Guests name and date of occupancy, and the rental base rate paid to the owner, less the management commission is clearly outlined.  A 30 day window of upcoming bookings is also provided.

CONCISE RENTAL INCOME STATEMENTS

FLEXIBLE MANAGEMENT SERVICES

 

Flexible Management Services

We offer three types of Management Services. CLICK HERE to request information about our innovative plans.

 

 

 

 

 

Two convenient check-in offices

Our Lake Lure and Rumbling Bald Resort offices have been designed and centrally located to provide good visibility with easy access.  Each office maintains information on area activities and attractions, and both provide a guest area for internet connectivity.

 

TWO CHECK IN OFFICES

 

 

 

 

Whether you're looking for Lake Lure North Carolina Vacation Rentals or to purchase

Lake Lure North Carolina Real Estate, LakeCountryNC.com is your source for Lake Lure's largest selection of Lake Lure Vacation Rentals, Rumbling Bald Resort Rentals, Lake Lure Cabin Rentals, and Lake Lure Lakefront Rentals.

 

LakeCountryNC.com is the gateway to Lake Lure Real Estate with Pinnacle Sotheby's International Realty .

Representing the finest properties in Western North Carolina, Pinnacle Sotheby's International Realty offers Lake Lure Real Estate, Asheville Real Estate, Hendersonville Real Estate, and Tryon Real Estate.

Whether you are buying real estate or selling real estate, Pinnacle Sotheby's International Realty is your choice for WNC Real Estate.

 

Lake Lure North Carolina is the premier vacation destination of North Carolina. Only 45 minutes from Asheville North Carolina and the Biltmore House, Biltmore Estate, and Biltmore Winery. Plenty of family friendly local events including Lure of the Dragons Lake Lure Dragon Boat Racing, Bele Chere in Downtown Asheville, NC Apple Festival in Historic Downtown Hendersonville, Blue Ridge BBQ Festival in Tryon NC and the Blockhouse Steeplechase in Tryon NC.

 

The town of Lake Lure is located in the beautiful Western North Carolina Mountains in the Hickory Nut Gorge. Lake Lure itself is a 736 acre semi private lake with 27 miles of shoreline and has been called “One of the most beautiful man made lakes in the world” by National Geographic Magazine.

 

Lake Lure also feeds several smaller lakes in the area such as Bald Mountain Lake which is owned by the Rumbling Bald Resort Community, this smaller lake is completely private, only owners and guests of homes on the shoreline at Bald Mountain Lake are permitted to use this lovely lake as well as the other resort amenities including two outdoor pools, indoor pool, lazy river, two 18 hole championship golf courses, mini golf, tennis courts, and beach as well as a marina on Lake Lure.

 

The Hickory Nut Gorge is also home to Chimney Rock State Park which in January 2009 was listed #3 best scenic view in the South by Southern Living Magazine. If you have ever visited Chimney Rock, you would know why! You could spend a whole day in this state park and then visit Chimney Rock village right outside the gates. The village is made up of unique shops featuring locally made crafts and wood carvings and wonderful local restaurants.

 

Hendersonville, NC home of the Apple Festival each September is only a 20 minute drive away. Here you will find a quaint downtown for exploring shops and restaurants all day. There are also larger retail stores and a movie theatre as well as a mall in Hendersonville .

 

Asheville, NC has recently been voted in the top 10 best city’s to visit by Southern Living Magazine. This eclectic town is home to Bele Chere, the largest outdoor street festival in the south east. In Asheville , you can also find the famous Biltmore Estate and Grove Park Inn, as well as several award winning dining spots.  Asheville is only a 45 minute drive away from your lake home!

 

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with Integrity, Innovation and Excellence as our goal.

To God Be The Glory

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